Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Featured Extras for Television Production (FOID Card Holders)

Job Description
A major television production is seeking male and female extras of all ethnicities, ages 20s–70s, to portray customers in an upcoming episode. Applicants must hold a valid FOID (Firearm Owner’s Identification) card. These are non-speaking extra roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a background customer in featured scenes

• Follow directions from casting and production staff

• Maintain professionalism and be available for filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–70s, all ethnicities

• Must be local to Illinois, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Must hold a valid FOID card (no real firearms will be used)

• Must not have worked on this production within the past week or be scheduled for next week

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate disclosed upon selection)

Featured Extras for Television Production

Job Description
A major television production is seeking male and female extras in their 20s and 30s of all ethnicities to appear as friends of a lead actor in an upcoming episode. These are non-speaking, featured extra roles for a special scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a featured background extra

• Portray natural, believable interactions as friends of the actor

• Follow directions from the production team and casting staff

• Maintain professionalism and flexibility during filming

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–30s, all ethnicities

• Must be local to Illinois, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Must not have worked on this production within the past week or be scheduled for next week

Compensation

• Paid featured extra role (details provided upon selection)

• Opportunity for on-screen exposure in a major television series

• Professional networking experience on

Universal Extras for Film Project

Job Description
A film production is casting extras to work as part of an exciting project in Orlando. This opportunity is open to individual adult performers only. Extras will help bring scenes to life and add authenticity to the production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background extras in scheduled scenes

• Follow on-set instructions from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and reliability during filming

• Contribute to the overall atmosphere and continuity of the project

Requirements

• Adults only; no couples, families, or children

• Must be available for the full day of filming

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Orlando

Compensation

• $250 for a 12-hour day

• Paid non-speaking background role

• Professional on-set experience in a major film project

Featured Extras for Street Scene and Studio Roles

Job Description
A production filming on Tuesday, September 30th, is seeking non-speaking extras of various ages to portray characters in gritty street and studio settings. These roles are short-term commitments offering on-camera experience in a professional project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in street and studio environments as directed

• Contribute to the realism and atmosphere of the production

• Follow instructions from the casting and production team

• Remain professional and cooperative throughout filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–50, to portray a gritty street character (4 hours)

• Female extras to portray street scene characters (4 hours)

• Kids, ages 7–11, to play basketball in a street scene (4 hours)

• Teenagers, ages 14–18, to appear as recording studio extras (4 hours)

• Young-looking male or female, ages 18–25, to work a full-day role (8 hours)

Compensation

• $150 for up to 4 hours (street character, female street extras, kids, and teenagers)

• $150 for full 8-hour day (18–25-year-old role)

• Paid non-speaking roles in a professional filming environment

Featured Teen Role Resembling Lil Bibby for Music Video

Job Description
A music video production is seeking a teenager to portray a young version of Lil Bibby. This is a featured role with on-camera exposure. Filming will take place in Chicago, and selected talent must be available for one day of shooting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the teenage version of Lil Bibby in featured music video scenes

• Match the provided photo references for appearance, including skin tone, hair, and body type

• Follow creative direction from the production team

• Deliver authenticity and energy while on set

Requirements

• Teen actor, ages 13–18

• Must resemble Lil Bibby based on photo references (details provided in comments)

• Comfortable working on a professional music video set

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction closely

Compensation

• $250 for up to 4 hours of filming

Featured Teen Role for Rap Music Video

Job Description
A rap music video filming in Chicago is seeking a teenager to portray the artist G Herbo at an earlier stage in life. This is a featured role requiring availability for both filming days. The role offers the opportunity to appear prominently in a professional music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the teenage version of G Herbo in featured scenes

• Follow direction from the music video production team

• Bring authenticity, energy, and personality to the role

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Teen actor to portray G Herbo (must match skin tone, hair, and body type references provided)

• Comfortable working on a music video set

• Must be reliable and able to follow direction closely

Compensation

• $300/day

Featured Extras for Rap Music Video

Job Description
A rap music video is seeking featured extras to portray the artist at different ages in their life. Filming will take place in Chicago with specific roles scheduled across September 29–30, 2025. This project provides an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-energy music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured extra representing the artist in various life stages

• Follow creative direction from the music video production team

• Bring energy, authenticity, and character to the role

• Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Ethnicity preference: African American or Mixed (all submissions welcome)

• Kid G Herbo Role: Boys ages 7–11 to portray the child version of the artist

• Must be available for filming on scheduled dates (September 29–30 for lead role; September 30 for supporting extras)

• Comfortable working on a music video set

Compensation

• $300/day for selected roles

Country Bands for Film/Television Production

Job Description
A production is seeking country and similar style bands, generally young performers in their 20s to 40s, to portray the backing band for a main character. This is a great opportunity for musicians to appear on screen while showcasing their talents.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a live backing band during filming
• Portray authenticity and energy of a professional country band
• Work closely with the production team to support main character performances
• Provide own instruments and maintain a professional attitude on set

Requirements

• Country or similar style bands
• Band members ideally in their 20s to 40s
• Instruments needed: guitar, bass, drums, banjo, keyboards
• Must submit a recent band photo, and link or video of performance

Compensation

• Paid at great union rates
• On-screen exposure as part of a professional production
• Unique opportunity to highlight musical talent in film/television

Kids Needed for Regional Commercial – Nashville, TN

Job Description
A regional commercial is seeking kids to work as background actors for a fun, full-day shoot in the Nashville, TN area. This is a great opportunity for outgoing kids to gain on-camera experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in various commercial scenes

• Follow directions from the production team to maintain continuity

• Remain on set for the full day with a parent or guardian present

Requirements

• Male and female kids, ages 5–15

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be outgoing and comfortable on set

• Parent or guardian must stay on set at all times

• Must be a local hire (no travel, transportation, or accommodation provided)

Compensation

• $200 for up to 10 hours

• 15% agency fee for represented talent

• Regional usage, all media, full buyout

Latino/Hispanic Male Stand-In for Film/TV Production

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking a Latino/Hispanic male stand-in with prior stand-in experience for an upcoming production in Albuquerque, NM. This is a great opportunity for experienced stand-ins to work closely with the production crew and assist with lighting and camera setups.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal actor during lighting and camera blocking

• Follow crew directions to ensure proper continuity on set

• Maintain availability for scheduled weekday shoots

Requirements

• Latino/Hispanic male

• Height: 5’9”

• Weight: 170–180 lbs

• Must have stand-in experience

• Must be local to Albuquerque, NM

• Available September 29 – October 8 (weekdays only)

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role (rate disclosed upon booking)